An Act to remove woody biomass from the greenhouse gas emissions standard for municipal lighting plants
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Progress
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to amend the state’s greenhouse gas emissions standard for municipal lighting plants by removing woody biomass as a fuel source. Currently, the use of woody biomass is included in the calculation of these emissions. This legislation aims to shift away from biomass and potentially towards cleaner energy alternatives for municipal lighting.
Key provisions
- Removes woody biomass from the greenhouse gas emissions standard.
- Applies to municipal lighting plants within Massachusetts.
- Allows municipal lighting plants to utilize alternative energy sources.
- The bill was referred to the Senate Committee on Ways and Means.
Who is affected
- Municipal lighting plants in Massachusetts
- Energy consumers in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities
Notable changes
- Shifts away from the use of woody biomass as a fuel source.
- Potentially reduces greenhouse gas emissions from municipal lighting.
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Sponsors
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6 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
Michael O. Moore
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